The pedlars of death who preside over the drugs world destroy the lives of all they touch.

Every link in the chain, from the source to the end user, leeches on and hollows out its victims.

Behind every story of addiction is one of pain and suffering and those who willingly promote this dehumanising cycle by playing an active part in putting drugs on our street should at all times be seen be seen for what they are.

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